Adolescents

This is a guest post by Nicola Smith. Raising children can be challenging. You may need to face a situation when your child’s friend’s behavior is […]

This is a guest post from an advocate for parents, Jan Rao, Executive Director of “Willows in the Wind.” I was recently asked if I

Please welcome Gordon Dickler who shares his tips on why teens will drink or use drugs. The teenage years are often thought of as a time

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable illness and death in the United States. Although the adult smoking rate has declined to about 17%,

This is a guest post by Barbara Straus Lodge who describes her feelings on discovering her son’s relapse. His friends call me on my cell, “He

Do you find it hard to set practical boundaries? As I talk to parents who are concerned about their teens, one theme continues to reoccur.

“We can choose a path that leads us into trouble. It all comes down to our decisions at the end of the day.” ~ Gabby

Jeff Vande Zande has written a new novel, Detroit Muscle.  Nicola O’Hanlon of the I Love Recovery blog writes: “Detroit Muscle has something for all walks

Are you concerned about your teen’s cannabis use? Do you wonder what effect the drug will have on their developing brain? According to NIDA for

Have you thought of how allowing for naturally occurring consequences can help your child change? I’ve been learning tools and strategies to help parents cope

The recent passing of another famous actor is so sad. It reminds us once again that addiction is a deadly disease that can take a

The way positive reinforcement is carried out is more important than the amount. ~ B. F. Skinner Have you considered positive reinforcement as a strategy

I’m pleased to share my fascinating interview with Dr. Ken Winters, Director of the Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research (CASAR), regarding his recent trial with teens